Islam and Christianity

Originally posted by Komnenos Originally posted by Maju They both one lack one thing: tolerance and synchretic ability. They are Jewish sects, what do you expect?  I'm quite astonished to see that such a reasonable question can be turned immediately into, what shall we call it...?, anti-semite or anti-Jewish or anti-Israeli diatribe.

Nein Komnenos, i would see this as equitable critic. I know no one likes critics, but it's neccesary for us to build and form our own opinions. Some would lighten up flame wars as a reaction against critic and some would accept. Democracy and liberalism won't work without critic. I am very sure Maju respects muslims and jews and christians as humans, and he seek the freedom to criticize religions. I think it is his sovereign right.

I agree with you in all points Kamnenos. I didn't say i admire or accept Maju's points of view. I mean he must have the allowness to criticize, regardless if they are shaky claims or not. Was z�hlt, ist das Prinzip. (sorry for my bad english, i really didn't know how to translate it)

I give you the reason why christian n muslim fight.There is one problematic verse in bible which is the root.I will find the exact verse n then tell you.

This site only discribes a difference between both religions, but i doubt this is the reason why they fight against each other.

The reason is that Bible says that Ishmael and his progeny would always be war-mongers.If your scripture  instills a negative image of an entire society of people from the childhood it's difficult to make a positive image when you grow up.Would love to hear the view of christians in this regard.

Both Islam and Christianity are proselytising religions, actively seeking converts, unlike other religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, or even Judaism.

Since both religions see it as their mission to convert the world, their clash is inevitable.

Since there are reasonable people on both sides, it's not unachievable.

In which context it is worth pointing out that the Muslim Council of Great Britain, the largest Muslim representative body in the country, yesterday asked that the protesters against the Danish cartoons in London be treated like common criminals where they had crossed the line by, e.g. demanding the deaths of those responsible.

"It is time the police acted but not in such a way as to make them martyrs of the Prophet's cause, which is what they want, but as criminals. Ordinary Muslims are fed up with them"

"The cartoons have offended every Muslim and the anger of Muslims has to be lawfully expressed. However, this outrage was used by some to induce Muslims into taking part in terrorist violence, ahich is abominable. We condemn their actions."